Vater Sugar Maple Recording Wood Tip

Light, nimble, and rich with tone—just like the name suggests, the Vater Sugar Maple Recording Wood Tip drumsticks are all about musicality and finesse. Designed for drummers who prize articulation, balance, and sensitivity, these sticks are a natural choice for studio sessions, acoustic sets, and lower-volume live environments where detail is everything.

Crafted from high-quality sugar maple, they’re lighter than hickory equivalents, making them easier on the hands and wrists during long sessions. That reduced weight also makes them exceptionally quick, perfect for fast, fluid playing and complex sticking patterns. Despite their lightweight feel, sugar maple still offers enough resilience to withstand articulate rim work and responsive cymbal play.

The Vater Recording model is known for its long, gradual taper, which gives a smooth, sensitive rebound—ideal for ghost notes, brushy jazz textures, or nuanced dynamics in a recording environment. The classic round wood tip adds a crisp, focused tone to cymbals while keeping snare and tom sounds warm and well-rounded.

Whether you're navigating tight studio mixes or playing delicately in a small ensemble, these sticks give you the control and response to sound your absolute best. And of course, Musicmaker is proud to offer them as part of our commitment to supplying serious drummers with tools that suit their craft.

Features

• Sugar Maple Construction – Lighter than hickory, perfect for lower-volume playing and reduced fatigue.

• Length – 16" (40.64cm), providing familiar reach and comfort.

• Diameter – 0.580" (1.47cm), for a comfortable grip that suits a wide range of players.

• Round Wood Tip – Delivers articulate cymbal response and warm, balanced drum tones.

• Long Taper – Smooth rebound and enhanced sensitivity—ideal for dynamic control and fast sticking.

• Studio-Ready – Made for recording environments, acoustic gigs, and any setting where subtlety shines.

• Effortless Feel – Lightweight and responsive, allowing for speed, touch, and musical nuance.